Dog Boarding in Charlottesville
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Top rated Charlottesville dog boarders
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Hillary provided updates including photos and videos of my pup Daisy at a cadence that kept me worry free but was not excessive. Daisy came home happy and looked well cared for. Will definitely be a repeat customer.”
“Penny is a wonderful dog sitter!! I brought my dog to her home for a couple of overnight stays. She was so kind and went above and beyond to help my dog feel comfortable.”
“Hello! We really enjoyed meeting Jesse and Emily, they are warm and attentive. We really appreciated their wonderful care of our dog Lucy, how they accommodated us for an hour extra day and will definitely call them again! Caroline L.”
“We really appreciated the care Svitlana took with our dog Lucy. She is a very nice person and very attentive to the dogs. WE would definitely like to have her take care of Lucy again. Caroline L.”
“Hank came home exhausted which means he had a blast. Cynthia did a great job in every Dept from communication to updates throughout the weekend. We were extremely pleased with her work.”
“They treat my dog like family, not just Katina, but everyone right down to the cats and dogs already in the home. My pup loves them so much and that makes me so comfortable leaving her there. Just like a second family”
“Jani and Paul treated Leo like he was part of the family. He received so much attention and love, I’m not sure he wanted to leave! Thank you so much for giving Leo such wonderful care.”
“Bertie, Liss and family are absolutely wonderful! It was the first time leaving my puppy overnight and they were kind, responsive and helpful. They took great care of my pup, treated her like their own, and sent lots of updates. I can’t recommend them enough and will absolutely book with them again!”
“Bree was a fantastic sitter for Betty. Very easy to communicate and coordinate with, and very convenient location. She also sent some great photos & updates of Betty enjoying her time with her. Will definitely be using Bree again.”
“Paula took care of Kenny for six days. She did a wonderful job! He is recovering from CCL surgery and she was very attentive to his safety and comfort. He has some separation anxiety but was very comfortable staying with her. I would definitely use Paula again.”
“Aly was great and Rory had an amazing time! She sent us lots of pictures and kept us updated on her the whole time. She was also super flexible when our flight got delayed and we had to pick her up late. All around wonderful experience!”
“Our pups enjoyed their stay with Anne! It was easy to communicate with her and she sent lots of photos and updates. She took great care of them and we would use her again in the future. Thanks Anne!”
“Rebecca was so great! I had to leave my dog for the first time in Cville and she was so sweet with her updates and comforting of my dog who is scared of fireworks and many other things! He had lots of fun playing with her dogs in the big backyard!”
“Brooke did an excellent job taking care of our dog. She was very responsive to all our messages and sent regular updates and photos each day. She was also incredibly flexible with our pickup time after a delayed return flight. We definitely would book with Brooke again!”
“Julie and her family took wonderful care of Willa! She got to go on plenty of walks and enjoyed lots of snuggles. Julie sent pictures and was easy to communicate with. Willa came home happy and we will definitely book with her again!”
“Caroline took great care of our boy while we were on a long vacation! We got tons of updates and pictures and our dog seemed happy and tired when we got back.”
About: I've been taking care of animals of all kinds since I was 12! I started volunteering early with a local humane society and have been active in rescues ever since. I have also fostered dogs from two months-10 years old, including medical fosters, so I'm comfortable giving pets medicine if need be. I currently work at UVA in their communications office, where I have a lot of flexibility, especially on Thursdays and Fridays when I work remotely. I'm available most weekends and many holidays! I live in a shared house with a unfenced backyard and a couple of roommates, both of whom love dogs! There's a train near me that I enjoy walking dogs on if they are OK with other people/dogs. Otherwise, I take dogs on walks once or twice daily.
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Hillary D.Star Sitter
“Hillary provided updates including photos and videos of my pup Daisy at a cadence that kept me worry free but was not excessive. Daisy came home happy and looked well cared for. Will definitely be a repeat customer.”
Penny H.Star Sitter
“Penny is a wonderful dog sitter!! I brought my dog to her home for a couple of overnight stays. She was so kind and went above and beyond to help my dog feel comfortable.”
Jesse & Emily H.Star Sitter
“Hello! We really enjoyed meeting Jesse and Emily, they are warm and attentive. We really appreciated their wonderful care of our dog Lucy, how they accommodated us for an hour extra day and will definitely call them again! Caroline L.”
Svitlana F.Star Sitter
“We really appreciated the care Svitlana took with our dog Lucy. She is a very nice person and very attentive to the dogs. WE would definitely like to have her take care of Lucy again. Caroline L.”
Cynthia W.Star Sitter
“Hank came home exhausted which means he had a blast. Cynthia did a great job in every Dept from communication to updates throughout the weekend. We were extremely pleased with her work.”
Katina M.
Star Sitter
“They treat my dog like family, not just Katina, but everyone right down to the cats and dogs already in the home. My pup loves them so much and that makes me so comfortable leaving her there. Just like a second family”
Jani & Paul R.Star Sitter
“Jani and Paul treated Leo like he was part of the family. He received so much attention and love, I’m not sure he wanted to leave! Thank you so much for giving Leo such wonderful care.”
Bertie A.Star Sitter
“Bertie, Liss and family are absolutely wonderful! It was the first time leaving my puppy overnight and they were kind, responsive and helpful. They took great care of my pup, treated her like their own, and sent lots of updates. I can’t recommend them enough and will absolutely book with them again!”
Bree L.
“Bree was a fantastic sitter for Betty. Very easy to communicate and coordinate with, and very convenient location. She also sent some great photos & updates of Betty enjoying her time with her. Will definitely be using Bree again.”
Paula C.Star Sitter
“Paula took care of Kenny for six days. She did a wonderful job! He is recovering from CCL surgery and she was very attentive to his safety and comfort. He has some separation anxiety but was very comfortable staying with her. I would definitely use Paula again.”
Riley E.
“Riley was amazing. Excellent communication and my Bowser had a lovely time. I'll definitely be utilizing her services again in the future. Thank you, Riley!”
Aly B.Star Sitter
“Aly was great and Rory had an amazing time! She sent us lots of pictures and kept us updated on her the whole time. She was also super flexible when our flight got delayed and we had to pick her up late. All around wonderful experience!”
Anne G.
“Our pups enjoyed their stay with Anne! It was easy to communicate with her and she sent lots of photos and updates. She took great care of them and we would use her again in the future. Thanks Anne!”
Rebecca P.Star Sitter
“Rebecca was so great! I had to leave my dog for the first time in Cville and she was so sweet with her updates and comforting of my dog who is scared of fireworks and many other things! He had lots of fun playing with her dogs in the big backyard!”
Ava R.Star Sitter
“My pup had the best time with Ava!”
Brooke L.Star Sitter
“Brooke did an excellent job taking care of our dog. She was very responsive to all our messages and sent regular updates and photos each day. She was also incredibly flexible with our pickup time after a delayed return flight. We definitely would book with Brooke again!”
Kyle & Meagan M.
“Biscuit always enjoys her time with Meagan and Kyle! They're quick to respond and so patient when we have last minute requests or changes. We appreciate them so much!”
Julie N.Star Sitter
“Julie and her family took wonderful care of Willa! She got to go on plenty of walks and enjoyed lots of snuggles. Julie sent pictures and was easy to communicate with. Willa came home happy and we will definitely book with her again!”
Caroline D.
“Caroline took great care of our boy while we were on a long vacation! We got tons of updates and pictures and our dog seemed happy and tired when we got back.”
Alice B.
“Alice is a great person and friend, and she is extremely kind, responsible, and caring. I have seen her interact with animals before and I would trust her with my own if I had them. She is and will be a loving dog caregiver and I would recommend her wholeheartedly for this position.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Charlottesville is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Charlottesville dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $60 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 174 sitters provided dog boarding in Charlottesville. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 96% of Charlottesville dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Charlottesville have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Charlottesville.
Rover makes it easy to find Charlottesville dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 174 dog boarding sitters in Charlottesville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Charlottesville, 88% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 88% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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